The Atlas Obscura Guide To Gjirokaster

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Gjirokaster, Albania

Updated March 15, 2023

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Unusual Attractions in Gjirokaster

Gjirokaster Castle

Gjirokaster, Albania

Gjirokaster Castle

This ominous Albanian fortress houses tanks and downed planes as a reminder of their victories over Western imperialism.

Smaller room on the second floor.

Gjirokaster, Albania

Zekate House

This beautifully preserved Ottoman house is steeped in history.

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Sarandë District, Albania

Syri i Kalter: The Blue Eye

A naturally beautiful, seemingly bottomless deep blue spring.

10 miles from Gjirokaster

The medieval bridge, with the hot springs nearby.

Përmet District, Albania

Benja Thermal Baths

A medieval bridge stretches over a sulfur-rich river that leads to year-round natural hot springs.

21 miles from Gjirokaster

The Great Basilica.

Butrint, Albania

Butrint National Park

A scenic UNESCO site that doubles as a habitat for various forms of wildlife.

22 miles from Gjirokaster

Debris of old houses

Corfu, Greece

Perithia at Corfu

The ghost town where the villagers refuse to leave.

24 miles from Gjirokaster

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